Fitter Operator Required In Visy, Australia

Job Description

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we’ve grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations – predominately in Australia and New Zealand.

We believe materials are not recycled until they’ve been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand’s food and beverage packaging industry.

The opportunity

The person we are looking for will be a Fitter Operator and will be part of our team, supporting production of a busy plant, working rostered rotation shift hours.

Key responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Be reactive to breakdowns minimizing downtime
• Carry out routine checks and planned maintenance to maintain productivity of machines
• Assist in fault finding, troubleshooting and repairs of machinery
• Maintain stock levels of spare parts to assist in making components for repairs
• Update and maintain data records on works carried out
• Uphold and adhere to company policies and procedures in Environmental, Health and Safety

What you will bring to the team

• Hold a Mechanical Trade certificate and post trade qualifications in hydraulics and pneumatics would be desirable
• Packaging industry experience would be of help
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great work ethic with the ability to work autonomously or part of a team
• Familiar with automation of high speed packaging machines
• Welding and Machining is preferred
• Forklift License
• When you join Visy, you’re joining a global leader dedicated to making serious progress in the sustainable packaging and recycling industries. We want to find solutions, make an impact, and grow our business. If you can help us, you’ll fit right in. There’s never been a better time to join Visy!